Diagnostic Radiography and Imaging
Cardiff UniversityCourse Overview
The BSc (Hons) Diagnostic Radiography and Imaging at Cardiff University is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about improving patient care. Based in Cardiff, Wales, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 3-year full-time structure. Our full time, three year diagnostic radiography and imaging programme is accredited by the Health and Care Professions Council and the Society and College of Radiographers, and the skills you obtain are transferable to all NHS organisations and are recognised overseas. This will help you to develop the skills necessary to become a qualified diagnostic radiographer. Diagnostic radiographers are key members of the healthcare team who work closely with doctors, and other healthcare professionals to provide personal and supportive care to people of all ages. Home/uk fees are £9,790 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with a median graduate salary of £32,500 within three years.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | BBB - BCC Must include grade B in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or Psychology. |
| International Baccalaureate | 31 - 29 points 31-29 overall or 665-655 in 3 HL subjects. Must include grade 5 in HL Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or Psychology. |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 69 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
Home Student Fee
£9,790
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Tuition fees for 2027 entry Your tuition fees and how you pay them will depend on your fee status. Your fee status could be home, island or overseas. Learn how we decide your fee status Fees for home status A full NHS bursary, including tuition fees and a non-repayable bursary for living costs, is available to applicants from the UK. Full details, including information for applicants from the EU, are available on our NHS funding pages. Fees for overseas status An NHS placement is a required part
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — Cardiff University
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £27,000 | £28,000 | £29,000 |
| 3 years | £28,000 | £32,500 | £37,500 |
| 5 years | £33,500 | £38,500 | £46,500 |
UK subject average: £28,500 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
Salary trend: ↑ up £6,000 from year 3 to year 5
Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH02-05-01). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
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